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Cebu Pacific

The Philippines' largest airline, flying from Manila

  • PhilippinesCountry
  • 5JIATA Code
  • CEBICAO Code
  • IndependentAlliance
  • Low-CostAirline Type

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About Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific is the Philippines’ largest airline and a leading Asian low-cost carrier, flying to dozens of Philippine islands and across Asia, plus Dubai and Sydney. Every bundle includes 7 kg of hand-carry in two pieces, GO Easy and GO Flexi add a 20 kg bag, and power banks cannot be used in flight. This guide covers the bundles, hand-carry sizes, power bank rules, typhoon season and how Cebu Pacific compares with Scoot and Cebgo.

Cebu Pacific was founded in 1988, began flying in 1996 and is the Philippines’ largest airline. Its sister airline Cebgo flies ATR turboprops to smaller islands, and it is replacing older jets with Airbus neo models.

Cebu Pacific flights to Manila
Photo: Alexes Gerard / Unsplash

Power Bank Rules on Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific follows Philippine and ICAO rules:

  • Up to 100 Wh is allowed; 100–160 Wh needs approval at check-in; over 160 Wh is banned.
  • A maximum of two power banks per passenger, in hand-carry only.
  • Power banks cannot be used during the flight.
  • Never pack power banks in checked bags.

Check-In and Typhoon Season

Online check-in is available on the website and app. Domestic passengers can often use a mobile boarding pass, while international passengers need a document check. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and three before international ones.

From roughly June to November, typhoons can disrupt flights, so GO Flexi is worth considering.

Families and Special Assistance

Infants under two travel on an adult’s lap. Request wheelchairs and other special assistance in advance. Pets are generally not accepted in the cabin.

How to Find Cheap Flights in the Philippines

Cheap Cebu Pacific flights: airplane flying in a blue sky
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  • Watch for seat sales, often announced on social media.
  • Avoid Holy Week, Christmas and summer school holidays.
  • Compare Manila, Clark and Cebu departures.
  • Pack light: 7 kg is a strict limit.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see Cebu Pacific next to Scoot, Cebgo and others.

Cebu Pacific vs Scoot vs Cebgo

Options for budget travel in and around the Philippines.

Cebu PacificScootCebgo
HubManilaSingaporeManila and Cebu
Free hand-carry7 kg (2 pieces)10 kg (2 pieces)7 kg
AircraftAirbus jetsBoeing 787, Airbus, EmbraerATR turboprops
Best forDomestic and regional AsiaSingapore and beyondSmall island airports

See our Scoot guide and Cebgo guide to compare.

Arriving in Manila

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is in Pasay City, close to Makati and Bonifacio Global City. Traffic can be heavy, so allow plenty of time. Taxis, ride-hailing apps and airport buses are available.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is Cebu Pacific a Good Airline?

Yes, for budget travel. Cebu Pacific has the widest network in the Philippines, a young Airbus fleet and very low fares if you travel light. Delays happen at busy times and in typhoon season, so allow time for connections.

For more options, see our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in October 2026 against a July 2026 Cebu Pacific baggage summary, NoypiGeeks on power bank rules and Daily Tribune on 2026 deliveries. Rules change, so check the official Cebu Pacific website before you travel.

Airline Partnerships

Cebu Pacific is not a member of a global airline alliance. Its low fares are sold mainly on its own website and app.

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

Cebu Pacific works with its regional sister Cebgo, which flies ATR turboprops to smaller islands and now also operates many of the former AirSWIFT routes.

Hubs & Focus Cities

Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is Cebu Pacific's main hub, with further hubs in Cebu (CEB), Clark (CRK) and Davao (DVO).

Popular Cebu Pacific Routes

Cebu Pacific's busiest routes link Manila with Cebu and Boracay (Caticlan), and fly to Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul and Bangkok. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

Cebu Pacific Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

Cebu Pacific sells fares in bundles. GO Basic is the cheapest and includes only a 7 kg hand-carry bag, with fees for rebooking. GO Easy adds a 20 kg checked bag and seat selection. GO Flexi adds free cancellation, with the value kept as a Travel Fund credit.

When you rebook, you pay any fare difference plus any fee for your bundle.

  • GO Basic 7 kg hand-carry only; rebooking fees apply; random seat at check-in.
  • GO Easy Adds a 20 kg checked bag and standard seat selection.
  • GO Flexi Adds free cancellation, with value kept as a Travel Fund.
  • Rebooking Fare difference plus any fee for your bundle.
  • How to change or cancel Use Manage Booking on cebupacificair.com or the Cebu Pacific app.

Cebu Pacific Seat Selection & Additional Services

On GO Basic, your seat is assigned at random at check-in unless you pay to choose one. GO Easy and GO Flexi include standard seat selection, and you can pay for front-row or extra-legroom seats.

As a low-cost airline, Cebu Pacific sells food, drinks and extra bags as add-ons, which are cheaper when bought online before you fly.

  • GO Basic Random seat at check-in unless you pay.
  • GO Easy and GO Flexi Standard seat selection included.
  • Premium seats Front-row and extra-legroom seats for a fee.
  • Food and drinks Pay on board or pre-order.
  • Extra bags Cheaper when bought online in advance.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.

Cebu Pacific Baggage Allowance

Every Cebu Pacific fare includes hand-carry baggage of up to 7 kg in two pieces: an overhead bag of up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm and an under-seat bag of up to 36 × 20 × 20 cm. Bags are often weighed at the gate, and oversized items go in the hold for a fee. GO Basic doesn't include a checked bag, while GO Easy and GO Flexi include a 20 kg checked bag.

If you need more, prepaid baggage is much cheaper online than at the airport, so add it when you book.

  • Hand-carry (all fares) 2 pieces, 7 kg combined.
  • Overhead bag Up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm.
  • Under-seat bag Up to 36 × 20 × 20 cm.
  • GO Basic No checked bag.
  • GO Easy and GO Flexi 1 checked bag of 20 kg.
  • Gate checks Bags are often weighed; oversized items go in the hold for a fee.
  • Extra baggage Much cheaper when prepaid online.

Go Rewards: Cebu Pacific Loyalty Programme

Go Rewards (formerly GetGo) is Cebu Pacific's free loyalty programme. You earn points on Cebu Pacific flights and with partner brands, and redeem them for flights and other rewards.

Points can often be used to cover the full fare on Cebu Pacific flights.

  • Membership Free to join.
  • Earn Points on Cebu Pacific flights and with partners.
  • Redeem Flights and other rewards.
  • Former name GetGo.
Join or log in on the Cebu Pacific website

Cebu Pacific: Frequently Asked Questions

01What are Cebu Pacific’s IATA and ICAO codes?

The airline's two-character IATA code is 5J. It appears in flight numbers (for example 5J 101), on tickets and on airport departure boards. Its three-letter ICAO code is CEB, which air traffic control and flight-tracking services use to identify the airline.

02Which airline alliance is Cebu Pacific part of?

It is not a member of a global airline alliance, although it may still have codeshare or interline agreements with individual airlines.

03Where is Cebu Pacific headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in Pasay City, Philippines.

04When was Cebu Pacific founded?

The airline was founded in 1988.

05What are Cebu Pacific’s main hubs?

Its main hubs and focus cities are: Manila (MNL) – Main Hub.

06What is Cebu Pacific's hand-carry allowance?

Every fare includes 7 kg of hand-carry baggage in two pieces: an overhead bag of up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm and an under-seat bag of up to 36 × 20 × 20 cm.

07Does Cebu Pacific GO Basic include a checked bag?

No. GO Basic includes hand-carry only. GO Easy and GO Flexi include a 20 kg checked bag.

08What is the difference between Cebu Pacific and Cebgo?

Cebgo is Cebu Pacific's regional sister airline. It flies ATR turboprops to smaller airports and islands, and its flights are sold on the Cebu Pacific website.

09What is Cebu Pacific Go Rewards?

Go Rewards, formerly GetGo, is Cebu Pacific's free loyalty programme. Points are earned on flights and with partner brands and can often cover the whole fare.

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